 Having the privilege to do what I love everyday fells like I won some kind of cosmic lottery. I feel a massive sense of responsibility to live my best life, and to do right by my opportunities. Why? Because wasting my time would be a super tragedy. As a daughter of Brazilian immigrants, I still remember vividly how much my parents sacrificed in order to give us (their kids) a better future. How could I take that for granted? Living here and now is a huge privilege, so I bust my ass everyday in order to make sure I aim to inspire before I expire. I created a habit a few years ago to take inventory of the past year in order to better understand my choices, and help me navigate the upcoming year. I do this by making 4 comprehensive lists: 1. Professional Accomplishments, 2. Personal Accomplishments, 3. Professional Projections (aka Goals), 4. Personal Projections (aka Goals). This year, I'm starting early! So here's to my mom & dad, and to all of us who are doing our best to create a better world today: #1 Studio Grand Opening  Join me & my incredible studio mates on Thursday, December 5 from 3 - 9 PM for our Workshop SLC Holiday Open House. I look forward to seeing you there!  Sometimes when you plant seeds, they all blossom at once! The past month has been full of opportunities to showcase my work and collaborate with talented creatives. Here are some of the highlights:  I am amazed at the progress this group made in only 2 short days. At times, I honestly felt like I was witnessing a chrysalis turn into a butterfly! Is this what a proud parent feels like?! A huge thanks to Workshop SLC for hosting our event.  I've taught multiple 8-week long classes before. But this one was my first in the USA!! Needless to say, it was pretty special. Not only am I grateful to do what I love, but I also feel super blessed to be able to teach Fearless Abstract Painting in my new home town. Thank you ever so much ladies, for giving me the opportunity to make new friends, enjoy a strong sense of community, and enjoy my Thursday nights like never before. May this tradition be the first of many more nights spent just like this. |